The rate for the first 15,000 gallons used under the new structure is $3.05 per 1,000 gallons. Any additional usage over 15,000 gallons is billed at the higher rate.
Example: Customer A
Uses 14,000 gallons per month and remains in first rate block
| Rate | Gallons Used | Cost |
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Base* | $21.00 | 1,000 | $21.00 |
1,001-15,000 | $3.05 | 13,000 | $39.65 |
15,001-25,000 | $3.82 | 0 | 0 |
25,001 + | $4.78 | 0 | 0 |
Customer charge for water portion of bill: | 14,000 | $60.65 |
Under this scenario, the resident would likely see a decrease in their bill. Under the City's current rate structure, this customer would owe $61.95 (base rate* + 13,000 gallons at a rate of $3.15/1,000 gallons).
Example: Customer B
Uses 20,000 gallons per month and enters second rate block
| Rate | Gallons Used | Cost |
---|
Base* | $21.00 | 1,000 | $21.00 |
1,001-15,000 | $3.05 | 14,000 | $42.70 |
15,001-25,000 | $3.82 | 5,000 | $19.10 |
25,001 + | $4.78 | 0 | 0 |
Customer charge for water portion of bill: | 20,000 | $82.80 |
Under this scenario, the resident would likely see an increase in their bill unless measures to reduce consumption are taken. Under the City's current rate structure, this customer would owe $80.85 (base rate* + 19,000 gallons at a rate of $3.15/1,000 gallons).
Example: Customer C
Uses 30,000 gallons per month and enters third rate block
| Rate | Gallons Used | Cost |
---|
Base* | $21.00 | 1,000 | $21.00 |
1,001-15,000 | $3.05 | 14,000 | $42.70 |
15,001-25,000 | $3.82 | 10,000 | $38.20 |
25,001 + | $4.78 | 5,000 | $23.90 |
Customer charge for water portion of bill: | 30,000 | $125.80 |
Under this scenario, the resident would likely see an increase in their bill unless measures to reduce consumption are taken. Under the City's current rate structure, this customer would owe $112.35 (base rate* + 29,000 gallons at a rate of $3.15/1,000 gallons).
*The majority of Coppell homes have a 5/8" meter. However, some homes have a 1" meter. The base rate for 1" meters is $23.25. The base rate includes the first 1,000 gallons used.